Curriculum Barrier Tutorial

In the previous post I discussed different tools to enhance UDL in my classroom and engage my students. However, as an elementary teacher many of my students have a difficult time sitting still and are full of energy. However, after completing the tutorial curriculum barrier, I notice many similarities to the student Charlie, I picked and a student in my class. The student in my class has a very hard time finishing her work and concentrating on one activity. She has been recently diagnosed with ADD.  She understands the material and is able to respond the correct answer while participating in class. However, she does not complete work and constantly starts new projects without finishing any.

                                   

I constantly remind her to keep focused on her work. She sits in the front of the room, but still manages to get distracted during independent work. She does not keep up with the class and is always at least one task behind the rest of the students.

                                

After the tutorial I learned that I can allow my student to take breaks whenever she is feeling restless and unable to do her work. She would be able to go on an errand or go for a walk to get a drink. In addition, I will type up notes for her so she can focus on completing the independent work and not worry about note taking.  Also, I will record my lessons for her so if she misses a part when on a break or she becomes restless. Therefore, she is able to relate back to each lesson. 

                                      

CAST (2011). Universal Design for Learning Guidelines version 2.0. Wakefield, MA: Author

http://www.cast.org/teachingeverystudent/tools/curriculumbarrierstutorial.cfm